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But that’s what it’s been. I have to start off by first saying I’m sorry, I know that people did enjoy reading the crazyiness of life here in Ethiopia and I feel like I just dropped off the face of … Continue reading →

Coming to Ethiopia as a fresh graduate was my first time away from a structured environment. First time I had to just figure things out on my own. As much as Peace Corps tries to prepare you, until you step … Continue reading →

Because I am a foreigner, I am rich and therefore should hand you birr. I was told I should give money to him, the older man, because I am a foreigner and I am rich. Never you mind that I … Continue reading →

O the random things One we had an all volunteer conference and for all those wondering what I do, this quick video will give you a little taste. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=auBHtyTYcYw Project My project got permission! TACKLED THAT FIRST HURDLE like a boss! … Continue reading →

I know you want to get right into her story! But remember anything I add will be in (parantheses) I’m guessing by now, most of you have read my mom’s post. Breanna has asked me a few times about doing … Continue reading →

After threatening to not write a post until she did, ma finally wrote about her trip this past oct! Although it lacks details about the Ethiopian part of the trip, I think its a great intro to our vacation. Please pester her … Continue reading →

Meskel Celeberating: Finding of the True Cross Wednesday night marked the beginning of Meskel, the Ethiopian Orthodox celebration of the Finding of the True Cross. At around 5 o’clock I heard drums pounding and joyful singing, so I ran outside … Continue reading →